1996 Kia Avella vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Avella would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 976 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avella | S |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2970 mm |
